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Specific Prayer Requests


We would really appreciate your prayers as we prepare to leave for Puebla, Mexico. Here are some specific prayer requests we have as we begin our ministry there.

Safety in Travel

We are leaving Greenville, SC on Wednesday morning around 8 AM, and we should arrive in Puebla around 8 PM local time (9 PM EST). Pray for safety and for good flight connections.

Staying Close to God

Probably the most important thing you can pray for at the beginning of our time in Mexico and throughout our time there is that we would stay close to God. Pray that we would have a deep, intimate walk with God both individually and as a couple. We know that ministry flows out of being, and we can’t bring others close to God if we are not there ourselves. Pray that we would walk closely with God.

Adjustment in Mexico

There are a lot of things we will need to adjust to in Mexico, such as the language, the food, and many other cultural things. We are thankful we have a team of missionaries that can help us with this transition, but we would appreciate your prayers for this as well.

Finding a House

One of our first concerns when we arrive in Mexico will be finding the right place to live. We are looking for a house somewhat near the seminary where I (Chris) will be teaching, which will also be close to some other missionaries. Pray for wisdom as we search and make a decision about where to live.

Spanish Learning

While we both have a decent grasp of Spanish, we still have much to learn, and we are out of practice. We are planning to hire a Spanish tutor beginning in June to help us get up to speed, and we know that being immersed in the culture will help as well. Pray for God’s help as we seek to grow in our ability to communicate in Spanish.

Finding a Local Church

One of our biggest concerns when we arrive in Puebla will be looking for a local church to join. We want to find a church where we can serve as well as be nourished spiritually.

Humility and Teachability

We have a lot to learn, and there will be many opportunities to learn. Pray that we would remain humble and teachable, looking for opportunities to grow personally, spiritually, and in every way.

Finding Friends

One of our deepest personal requests is that the Lord would help us develop close friendships, both with other missionaries as well as national believers. Pray for God’s wisdom and help as we seek to develop these friendships.

Integration into Missionary Team

We are very thankful to be joining a missionary team of three other missionary families, in addition to several other Camino missionaries. Pray that God would bind our hearts together, and that we would learn to work and grow together as we serve.

Preparation for Teaching

I (Chris) am looking forward to opportunities to teach at Puebla Bible Seminary, and I would appreciate your prayers as I prepare and review my Greek and Hebrew. Pray also as I have opportunities to mentor individual students.

Ministry Opportunities

We are so thankful that God is giving us the privilege of serving Him in Puebla, and we can’t wait to see what He will do. Please pray with us that God would direct our steps as we begin ministry, and that He would clearly direct us in the decisions we make. Pray that God would use us to make Him known here in Puebla.


Thank you so much for holding us up in prayer as we begin to serve in Puebla, Mexico. We can’t wait to see what God will do!

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